Wellington Free Ambulance is currently looking to recruit a permanent Roster Administrator for the Service Delivery and Development department. This is an integral role within the ambulance service as it provides rostering coverage for all ambulance staff including: the Emergency Ambulance Services, Patient Transfer Services, Volunteers and Communication Centre staff.

To ensure a seamless roster is created you will need to liaise with a number of internal and external parties, your communication and negotiation skills are critical to ensure shifts are fully staffed to meet all operational requirements.

You will also provide the necessary administration coverage that supports the rosters, which involves database management, reporting, planning and policy/procedure maintenance.

To be successful in this role you will ideally have had experience in a rosters position, or can demonstrate working in a similar role.  You will be highly organised, have the ability to plan and prioritise your workload and be an excellent problem solver.  Excellent Excel and Word skills are essential for the position.

If this sounds like you please send your CV, Cover letter and Application to work@wfa.org.nz or post to HR Department, PO Box 601, Thorndon.

Should you require any further information regarding the role please contact Shelley Madden shelleymadden@wfa.org.nz or phone 04 498 9609

Applications close on Sunday 19^th May 2013  

Ever considered volunteering? Looking for that something different that supports your community? Then we have the opportunity for you!!!!!

Wellington Free Ambulance provides medic services to community events such as sports, concerts, exhibitions, functions and the list goes on….

We are looking for energetic proactive volunteers to be our ambassadors in the community! Your role will be to provide the highest standard of patient care at community events throughout Wellington and Wairarapa area and promote the work of the service. 

In order to be considered you must:

• hold a current First Aid Certificate (or above) covering unit standards 6400, 6401, 6402
• Ideally have a full, clean New Zealand driver’s licence
• be physically fit for lifting and meeting the demands of the role
• have excellent communication skills and able to relate to people of all ages and backgrounds
• no criminal convictions, previous or pending
• have access to a computer to receive Events information and complete online training

As well as:

• be willing to commit to a minimum of 2 volunteer shifts (min 10 hrs) per month
• be available for training at the weekends
• be flexible and motivated and last but not least…
• have a great attitude!

We provide full training and ongoing support to get you ready for these very exciting roles in this high performing team.

To find out more about this exciting role, visit our website www.teamfree.org.nz or contact Ross Weddell, Events Coordinator on DDI 04 389 3218.

If you would like the chance to be part of an innovative organisation within your community then email your cover letter and CV to work@wfa.org.nz.

Applications must be received by Sunday 26^th May 2013. 

Wellington Free Ambulance is a leading health service provider to the Greater Wellington Region.  We are committed to providing the highest quality clinical care in emergency situations, pre-hospital care, transport and rescue services.

The role reports directly to the Chief Executive at Thorndon and is a part of the Executive Leadership team.  You will be responsible for delivering strategic direction to the Clinical Services Team at Wellington Free Ambulance.

An overview of the role includes:

• Ensure the delivery of quality clinical care and patient safety 
• Ensure a quality service and a positive patient experience
• Manage the organisation's clinical governance
• Develop collaborative strategies with our stakeholders
• Develop and implement reviews of clinical practice guidelines
• Continuous clinical improvement and risk management

This diverse role requires you to have a strong clinical background and be a strategic thinker. You will have the talent to lead and inspire a diverse team.  You will be able to demonstrate that you can work at an Executive Management level and have a relevant tertiary qualification.  We need someone who has worked in complex environments, has experience in the health sector and has excellent communication skills.

To apply, please submit your cover letter and CV to work@wfa.org.nz.  For further information, please contact David Jones HR Manager on 04 498 9602.

Closing Date Sunday 5^th May 2013

The Bachelor of Health Science (Paramedic) Degree is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority under the provisions of the Education Act 1989, and Whitireia Community Polytechnic is accredited to offer this Programme. It is run in conjunction with Wellington Free Ambulance, with Victoria University Melbourne being the external moderators. Graduates will be able to apply to Victoria University Melbourne Postgraduate programmes with this degree. The degree is fully accredited and you can access student loans and allowances.

The three-year Bachelor of Health Science (Paramedic) Programme runs from February until November, based on a four-term year. Vacations usually coincide with the primary school holidays. This programme is designed to prepare students for practice as a contemporary ambulance paramedic. For those already partly qualified as Ambulance Officers, the programme offers greater depth of learning including research, which have not been in previous qualifications.

Paramedics provide acute health care and emergency and routine medical services to the community through a specialised and unique body of professional knowledge. Unlike other medical or allied medical professions, paramedics provide emergency medical care in variable environments. Through the use of field diagnosis, advanced medical procedures and treatment, they stabilise patients in clinically hostile environments and then provide on-going emergency medical care during transport to hospital.

The Bachelor of Health Science (Paramedic) Programme is full-time and involves considerable study. Serious thought should be given before a student undertakes paid employment that will make it difficult to maintain sufficient study time, or to attend clinical experience (It is suggested that no more than 10 hours per week is worked). Attendance at all classes, both theory and clinical, is a requirement for successful completion of the Programme.

For more information, please click here to go to the Whitireia Community Polytechnic website.